Why does 270 electoral votes determine who our President is, and how did that happen?
That’s what this episode unpacks, as well as some thoughts on electability at this stage in the 2020 election.
To learn more, visit the following links:
Why Was the Electoral College Created? (History): http://bit.ly/2TH4MWb
Understanding the three-fifths compromise (Constitution Accountability Center): http://bit.ly/2TF9qnI
Five Common Misconceptions About the Electoral College (The Atlantic): http://bit.ly/2ICOGql
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